Business Details
26 Years
experience
Your Trusted Chartered Surveyors in Cheltenham
Bear Associates Chartered Surveyors has been providing expert commercial and residential property services in Cheltenham since spring 2000. Led by Tom Wiseman MRICS, our team combines over 20 years of industry experience with a commitment to delivering honest, straightforward advice tailored to client needs. Specialising in commercial property across Gloucestershire and neighbouring counties, we offer valuation services, rent reviews, property agency, and development appraisals for banks, private clients, and legal professionals.Our reputation for astute negotiation and value-for-money service has earned us a loyal client base ranging from PLC corporations to private landlords. As RICS-accredited surveyors, we maintain the highest professional standards while providing practical solutions for property investment, leasing, and management challenges.
Services
Commercial Property Agency
Valuations
Rent Reviews
Development Appraisals
Property Management
Rating Appeals
Landlord & Tenant Advice
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- 20+ years' experience in commercial property surveying
- RICS-accredited professionals ensuring industry standards
- Proven track record with banks, solicitors, and private clients
- Specialist knowledge of Gloucestershire's property market
- Transparent pricing with no hidden fees
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
What people say
Second to none
Quickly and efficiently
Happy regular clients
Astute negotiator
Outstanding value
Services
Commercial Property Agency
We provide strategic advice for commercial property transactions across industrial, office, and retail sectors. Our team offers market analysis, tenant requirements assessment, and negotiation services for both local and national property deals. With extensive knowledge of Gloucestershire's commercial market, we help clients achieve optimal outcomes in property acquisitions and disposals.
Valuations
Our RICS-accredited valuers deliver comprehensive property valuations for banks, developers, and corporate clients. Services include loan security assessments, investment valuations, and matrimonial property evaluations. We maintain bank panel appointments and provide detailed reports meeting professional standards for probate, tax, and financial purposes.
Rent Reviews
We represent landlords and tenants in commercial rent reviews across office and industrial sectors. Our approach combines market analysis with negotiation expertise to achieve fair outcomes. We prepare written submissions for arbitration and act as independent experts when required, ensuring clients receive evidence-based representation.
Development Appraisals
Our development services cover land identification, planning strategy, and redevelopment feasibility. We advise on site assembly, environmental considerations, and marketing options for development projects. With local market expertise, we help clients maximise value from residential and commercial development opportunities across Gloucestershire.
Property Management
We offer comprehensive property management services including rent collection, maintenance coordination, and regular inspections. Our in-house facilities manager ensures efficient day-to-day operation of commercial properties. We provide tailored solutions for landlords seeking professional management of their real estate investments.
People
Tom Wiseman
Chartered Surveyor MRICS
Tom Wiseman, founder of Bear Associates, holds a business degree from the University of Kent and a master's in Estate Management from the Royal Agricultural College. With over 20 years' experience in commercial surveying, he specialises in property negotiation and valuation while maintaining a reputation for practical, client-focused solutions.
Questions
What property services do Bear Associates offer?
We provide commercial property agency, valuations, rent reviews, development appraisals, and property management services for businesses and individuals across Gloucestershire.
Which areas do you cover?
Our primary service area includes Cheltenham, Gloucester, Tewkesbury, Cirencester, and surrounding counties in the South West region.
Are Bear Associates RICS accredited?
Yes, we are Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) accredited professionals with over 20 years' experience in commercial property surveying.
What experience does the team have?
Our lead surveyor Tom Wiseman MRICS has over two decades of commercial property experience, including bank valuations, lease negotiations, and development appraisals.
Do you handle residential property matters?
While our specialism is commercial property, we do handle residential development land and mixed-use projects requiring professional surveying expertise.
Reviews (4)
Ldl
Jun 19, 2021
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We purchased a property from Bear Associates in 19 days from viewing to completion. Bear Associates were straight-talking and up-front, managing the detail of this transaction brilliantly. Thank you
Carla Morris
Aug 20, 2020
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We have had the pleasure of dealing with Tom Wiseman at Bear Associates over the last 6 years as tenants and buyers of commercial properties. His knowledge of the market in Cheltenham and the county is unparalleled. He is attentive in his dealings with us, and on one recent occasion even came out to us on site post-completion to attend to an emergency utilities issue. His long-established reputation in the sector is fully justified.
Liz Scott
Dec 19, 2018
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Fantastic service. Tom was incredibly helpful throughout the whole process and helped our business find a great new property. We could not be more thrilled with the way he handled everything. Highly recommended.
Guy Brady
Sep 29, 2018
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Highly professional service. Tom made the whole process hassle free. He listens to his customers and gets the best possible deal. Cant recommend him enough.
